NHS
Clinical Research Fellow in Oncology
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
The closing date is 09 December 2025
Do you want to gain clinical experience in urological and breast cancers? Are you interested in clinical trials? Are you looking to work in a thriving city centre Trust?
An exciting opportunity has arisen at the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre (BHOC) for a Clinical Research Fellow in Oncology. The postholder will gain comprehensive experience in the management of breast and urological cancers including systemic therapies in a large regional oncology centre. They will also be exposed to the experience of running Investigator-led studies (ILS) including multi-centre studies across the UK.
Clinical Oncology applicants will have the opportunity to train in brachytherapy, stereotactic radiotherapy and use of radio-isotopes. There will also be the opportunity for individual research.
This post is suitable for those training in oncology who want to take an out of programme experience (OOPE). This position is for up to 23 months and is full time.
Main duties of the job This post is ideally suitable for trainees in Medical/Clinical Oncology who wish to incorporate a formal research aspect in their oncological specialisation. The post is suitable for applicants who are aspiring to join the Clinical/ Medical Oncology training programme ST1-ST5 Level or post CCT candidates. The responsibilities of the post will be tailored accordingly. The post will give the opportunity to gain valuable experience in clinical work as well as exposure to oncology clinical trials. The post holder will:
Undertake Urological and Breast Cancer clinical management with regular weekly clinics
Assessment of patients who attend as outpatients for radiotherapy and SACT providing cover for incidental medical problems between clinical reviews
Provide inpatient supervision as required including helping on the BHOC Acute Care (acute oncology) assessment unit
Attend Urology Complex Case Meeting
Assist in the recruitment and supervision of patients in clinical trials
Gain exposure to radiotherapy including planning and brachytherapy
About us University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specifications for further details of this position.
Person Specification Knowledge and Experience
At least 24 months experience of general medicine at minimum CT1 (or equivalent level)
Experience in Oncology
At least 12 months Experience working in the NHS
Research experience
Understanding of ICH-GCP
Experience in management of breast and/or urological cancers
Skills and Abilities
Able to use Microsoft Office, e-mail, internet, PACS
Able to undertake and to delegate responsibility
Ability to cope with stress
Good communication skills - evidence of ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels
Able to work in a multi-disciplinary team both in a clinical and research context
Knowledge of principles of Audit
Qualifications and Training
Registration With GMC (UK) or Eligibility for Registration with GMC
MBBS or equivalent
ICH-GCP Training
Research Training
Experience in clinical audit
Additional and Aptitudes
An interest in clinical research
Flexibility taking on different challenges and adapting to achieve goals
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
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The closing date is 09 December 2025
Do you want to gain clinical experience in urological and breast cancers? Are you interested in clinical trials? Are you looking to work in a thriving city centre Trust?
An exciting opportunity has arisen at the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre (BHOC) for a Clinical Research Fellow in Oncology. The postholder will gain comprehensive experience in the management of breast and urological cancers including systemic therapies in a large regional oncology centre. They will also be exposed to the experience of running Investigator-led studies (ILS) including multi-centre studies across the UK.
Clinical Oncology applicants will have the opportunity to train in brachytherapy, stereotactic radiotherapy and use of radio-isotopes. There will also be the opportunity for individual research.
This post is suitable for those training in oncology who want to take an out of programme experience (OOPE). This position is for up to 23 months and is full time.
Main duties of the job This post is ideally suitable for trainees in Medical/Clinical Oncology who wish to incorporate a formal research aspect in their oncological specialisation. The post is suitable for applicants who are aspiring to join the Clinical/ Medical Oncology training programme ST1-ST5 Level or post CCT candidates. The responsibilities of the post will be tailored accordingly. The post will give the opportunity to gain valuable experience in clinical work as well as exposure to oncology clinical trials. The post holder will:
Undertake Urological and Breast Cancer clinical management with regular weekly clinics
Assessment of patients who attend as outpatients for radiotherapy and SACT providing cover for incidental medical problems between clinical reviews
Provide inpatient supervision as required including helping on the BHOC Acute Care (acute oncology) assessment unit
Attend Urology Complex Case Meeting
Assist in the recruitment and supervision of patients in clinical trials
Gain exposure to radiotherapy including planning and brachytherapy
About us University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specifications for further details of this position.
Person Specification Knowledge and Experience
At least 24 months experience of general medicine at minimum CT1 (or equivalent level)
Experience in Oncology
At least 12 months Experience working in the NHS
Research experience
Understanding of ICH-GCP
Experience in management of breast and/or urological cancers
Skills and Abilities
Able to use Microsoft Office, e-mail, internet, PACS
Able to undertake and to delegate responsibility
Ability to cope with stress
Good communication skills - evidence of ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels
Able to work in a multi-disciplinary team both in a clinical and research context
Knowledge of principles of Audit
Qualifications and Training
Registration With GMC (UK) or Eligibility for Registration with GMC
MBBS or equivalent
ICH-GCP Training
Research Training
Experience in clinical audit
Additional and Aptitudes
An interest in clinical research
Flexibility taking on different challenges and adapting to achieve goals
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
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